Since 1876, for 130 years, The Children's Home of Kingston has been a provider of care for youth and their families and a critical resource in our community.
Today, the Children's Home of Kingston is a multi-service agency serving children and families from across New York State who are experiencing difficulties at home, in school, or in the community.
We offer mental health, child welfare, youth development, juvenile justice, special education, and developmental disability services to children throughout New York State.
Our children, ages 8-21, come to us with unique needs and challenging circumstances in their lives.
Children are given the opportunity to create a new tomorrow by overcoming challenges and learning to build upon their personal strengths in a safe and therapeutic family environment.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
48 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
57%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- Since 1876, for 130 years, The Children's Home of Kingston has been a provider of care for youth and their families and a critical resource in our community. Today, the Children's Home of Kingston is a multi-service agency serving children and families from across New York State who are experiencing difficulties at home, in school, or in the community. We offer mental health, child welfare, youth development, juvenile justice, special education, and developmental disability services to children throughout New York State. Our children, ages 8-21, come to us with unique needs and challenging circumstances in their lives. Children are given the opportunity to create a new tomorrow by overcoming challenges and learning to build upon their personal strengths in a safe and therapeutic family environment.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Children's Home Of Kingston?
The application deadline for Children's Home Of Kingston is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 2/24/2016
My nephew you was just discharged to a regular private school. I found the teachers and the entire staff to be extremely helpful and credit them with getting my nephew to be in the position he is in today where he can move on to a private school and start leading his life back home. On behalf of myself and my nephews family we thank you for your hard work
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